Romans 12:12 says, “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
Paul wrote it as part of how Christians should live after giving our whole lives to God. The verse has three parts that work together. First, rejoice because of the hope God already gave us in Christ, not because life feels easy. Second, stay patient when trouble presses in, instead of giving up or getting bitter. Third, keep praying and do not let go of God. Hope gives us a reason to keep going. Patience s... moreRomans 12:12 says, “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
Paul wrote it as part of how Christians should live after giving our whole lives to God. The verse has three parts that work together. First, rejoice because of the hope God already gave us in Christ, not because life feels easy. Second, stay patient when trouble presses in, instead of giving up or getting bitter. Third, keep praying and do not let go of God. Hope gives us a reason to keep going. Patience shows that the hope is real. Prayer is what keeps both hope and patience alive when we feel weak. Together they teach us how to stay faithful when life is hard.
CAA Patricia Fraser
Priory of St. Michael the Archangel
Fides Et Veritas
